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Hole shot plate

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rover1225

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I am considering putting a hole shot plate under my 13" of set back (5.5"CMC hydro jack + 8" CMC static set back plate") on my Starflite. I have seent hese things work wonders for hole shots, slow speed planing, and keeping spray and wash from coming up through the set back.

I have seen them mounted directly to the bottom of the setback, and then again dropped a bit to be virtually in line with the pad.

What are your thoughts on the best place to mount it? I have my logic, but believe me when I say I scare myself sometimes.:eyecrazy:
 
I have one mounted to the bottom of my JP and I noticed a difference in planning speed, they work good, never thought about trying to mount one between there and the bottom of the pad.
 
The logic of mounting it even with the pad is that it extends the stern of the boat a bit, and helps it plane out a tad quicker. I am going to make it myself out of .060 alum. and put extended risers on the side to meet the bottom of the JP, instead of just a flat piece attached directly to the JP. Any other thoughts or experiences? These things are like ol' hot rod home fab speed parts. A lot of outboard racers swear by them.
 
Been meaning to take the measurements for one myself. We've got a fully equipped sheet metal shop at work I have access to.

John
 
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